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About The Pick

Established in 1992, The Alternative Pick commenced with a clear mission, providing creative buyers with a vehicle to source the best brightest and most exciting illustrators, photographers, graphic designers and animators in the business. The Alternative Pick sourcebook (1992-2005) became the outlet for cutting-edge commercial talent, offering a unique platform for artists to showcase their work. The Alternative Pick Deck (2009-2012) offered a fun and engaging format for locating leading commercial artists. In addition, The Altpick Awards (2003-2011) introduced yet another way to provide a platform for talents to shine. To meet the demands of an ever-changing industry, Altpick.com was launched in 1996 and presently provides a vehicle for talent to utilize the web to connect more effectively with buyers. As we mark our 34th anniversary in 2026, Altpick.com remains a premier source for creative professionals and we plan to continue to push the envelope providing the best vehicle for buyers to connect with creative talent.

Civil War Reenactors by Alan Matthews

Posted on January 14, 2014 by The Pick

by Alan Matthews In 2012 I had developed a relationship with the owner of a successful branding and advertising company located in my city, Birmingham. After Paul and I had coffee he asked if I would be interested in doing … Continue reading →

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Sportsman of the Year by Bill Frakes

Posted on January 8, 2014 by The Pick

by Bill Frakes The Sportsman of the Year issue of Sports Illustrated features a photograph of Peyton Manning by SI staff photographer John McDonough. Peyton is having an incredible year. One more brilliant season in an amazing career. Thirty seven … Continue reading →

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Janice Fried :: The Violin

Posted on January 3, 2014 by The Pick

by Janice Fried When I was in the third grade we were given the opportunity to play an instrument. Since my beloved grandfather played the violin I decided on that. My grandfather Frank was self-taught in everything he did.  Art … Continue reading →

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Holiday Cards from Altpick Members :: Merry! Merry!

Posted on December 20, 2013 by The Pick

Each year The Alternative Pick receives many wonderful holiday cards from our members.  We decided to take some time to share these beautiful, and sometimes funny, works of art.  In the spirit of the holiday season, enjoy the celebration of family and friends. … Continue reading →

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Altpick.com 2013 Year in Review

Posted on December 19, 2013 by The Pick

Altpick Members’ news image round-up will continue over the next few weeks with design and animation, but here’s what we have so far: Photography Part I, Photography Part II, Illustration Part I, Illustration Part II

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Photographer Matthew Bowie Teams Up with Retoucher Brian York

Posted on December 18, 2013 by The Pick

by Matthew Bowie I recently started collaborating with Brian York, a photo retoucher to create a series of portfolio pieces together. I have wanted to work with Brian for the longest time and super stoked about putting our minds together. He … Continue reading →

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2013 Year in Review :: Illustration Part II

Posted on December 13, 2013 by The Pick

As we continue with Altpick‘s 2013 Year in Review, today we are featuring some of our Illustration Members’ news images Part Two.  Enjoy!  Check out more of our members’ work on Altpick.com. To see more of the artists’ work go … Continue reading →

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Riding with Photographer Ken Richardson

Posted on December 12, 2013 by The Pick

From the moment Boston-based photographer Ken Richardson was referred to as “a fairly good basketball player” by his high school art teacher, he knew a creative career was in his future. When not working for clients, he’s wrenching on a … Continue reading →

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Interview with City Girl and Illustrator Ellen Weinstein

Posted on December 9, 2013 by The Pick

City girl Ellen Weinstein was born and raised in New York City.  Her illustrations reflect the city’s energy with an imaginative point of view and energy.  Ellen’s style sometimes has a social commentary slant, humor or both, making it thought-provoking and … Continue reading →

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2013 Annual Review :: Photography Part I

Posted on December 6, 2013 by The Pick

Over the next few weeks we will be highlighting Altpick Members’ images that have appeared this past year on Altpick’s Newsrail.  Today we continue with Photography Part One…Enjoy! Check out more of members’ work on Altpick.com.

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